Foliosil: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Foliosil Benefits & Uses

Foliosil is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Foliosil Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Megaloblastic Anemia Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: taken until a satisfactory hematologic response occurs
Geriatric	Disease: Megaloblastic Anemia Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: taken until a satisfactory hematologic response occurs
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Megaloblastic Anemia Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 15 mcg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: taken until a satisfactory hematologic response occurs
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Megaloblastic Anemia Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: taken until a satisfactory hematologic response occurs
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Megaloblastic Anemia Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: taken until a satisfactory hematologic response occurs
Adult(Male)	Disease: Nutritional Deficiency Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 0.4 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Female)	Disease: Nutritional Deficiency Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 0.6 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For pregnant women

Foliosil Related Warnings

Is the use of Foliosil safe for pregnant women?

Foliosil is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of Foliosil safe during breastfeeding?

Foliosil is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Foliosil on the Kidneys?

Foliosil is not harmful for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Foliosil on the Liver?

Foliosil is completely safe for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Foliosil on the Heart?

Using Foliosil does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Foliosil with Other Drugs

Foliosil should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Mild

Estradiol

Foliosil Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Foliosil unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Pernicious Anemia
Kidney Disease
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Foliosil

Is this Foliosil habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Foliosil is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Foliosil as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Foliosil only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Foliosil in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Foliosil Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Foliosil

Taking Foliosil with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Foliosil

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Foliosil.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Foliosil

Question almost 5 years ago

What is anencephaly?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Anencephaly is a serious birth defect which occurs when a baby is born without some parts of the skull and brain. It is also known as a neural tube defect.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Foliosil cause stomach problems ?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Long-term oral use of Folic acid can be unsafe as it can cause stomach upset, gas, abdominal cramps, and diarrhea.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Foliosil same as that of Iron?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

No, Foliosil is a vitamin, whereas, Iron is a mineral. Many multivitamins and prenatal vitamins contain both these substances, as it is alright to take both of these substances together.

Question almost 6 years ago

Why is Foliosil recommended during pregnancy?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Foliosil is recommended during pregnancy because it is a very essential supplement which prevents the incidences such as neural tube defects in the unborn baby.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Foliosil good for men?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Foliosil supplementation has been found to be good for the male fertility as it increases the sperm count although additional research is warranted to substantiate the association.